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P652 RYU

1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

113,876 mi
Last recorded113,876 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP652 RYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 113,876 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 111,686 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 109,488 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 104,731 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 99,048 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 94,278 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 94,190 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 902,725 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 86,570 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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P652 RYU is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,984cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P652 RYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of P652 RYU?

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What year was P652 RYU registered?

P652 RYU is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P652 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P652 RYU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P652 RYU have outstanding finance?

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